SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4115B
HBUKGB4115B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Chelmsford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBUKGB4115B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBUKGB41 |
| Branch code | 15B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chelmsford, Moulsham Street |
| City | Chelmsford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HBUK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 41 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 15B Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch uses SWIFT/BIC code HBUKGB4115B?
HBUKGB4115B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chelmsford, Moulsham Street, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Chelmsford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HBUKGB4115B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HBUKGB4115B.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use HBUKGB41 instead of HBUKGB4115B?
HBUKGB41 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HBUKGB4115B is Chelmsford, Moulsham Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HBUKGB4115B if the recipient asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.